NATIONAL SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY INNOVATION AND RESEARCH COUNCIL BILL

What Is This Policy?

A bill to establish a National Science, Technology, Innovation and Research Council to coordinate and promote scientific research, technological development, and innovation in Nigeria.

Who Does It Target?

Researchers, scientists, technology entrepreneurs, academic institutions, and government agencies involved in science and technology.

What Does It Aim to Achieve?

Create a unified framework for science, technology, and innovation policy, promote research and development, and drive Nigeria's technological advancement.

Key Features

Unified Council: Establishes a central body to coordinate national science, technology, and innovation efforts Research Promotion: Promotes and funds scientific research and technological development Innovation Ecosystem: Supports the development of Nigeria's innovation and technology ecosystem

Current Status

Rollout Stage: Under legislative consideration Coverage: Nationwide Funding: Federal Government appropriation

How to Access

Not yet operational. Updates available through the National Assembly.

Impact & Metrics

Would provide strategic direction for Nigeria's science, technology, and innovation sector, potentially driving economic diversification and development.

Official Resources

Website: nass.gov.ng Contact: National Assembly, Three Arms Zone, Abuja

Legal Framework

To be enacted under the legislative powers of the National Assembly vested by Section 4 of the 1999 Constitution. Will operate alongside the Science and Technology Act, the National Information Technology Development Agency Act 2007, the National Research and Innovation Council framework, and the Tertiary Education Trust Fund Act.